Re: [RBW] Re: Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

I've become a big fan of the MSOs. Measured 38 when I put them on, nice cushy ride, but pretty fast, actually very fast. Pardon me while I make monster truck noises riding around cc On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 10:14 PM, grant wrote: > At some point in our evolution/aging we started putting kixtan

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

That's just..I mean..this rarely happens but... Speechless. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 3:36:53 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it already, here they are: > > > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/80720787036/heres-the-story-of-our-latest-cust

[RBW] Re: Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

At some point in our evolution/aging we started putting kixtand plates on all-but-the-Roadeo. You got one PKP, is all. The AHH generally clears a listed 40 (L40) with a fender, and for years I rode LISTED 47s (L47). It's a rare tire that measures up to its listing, and rim width affect it a lit

[RBW] Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

Try narrower rims? Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

Here's a recent thread on tires: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/5gXSe_HmWRc Lots of good suggestions in the 40-45 mm width range. Looks like you are oh-so-close. Maybe one of those listed will squeeze in without having to get out the hammer. Didn't Rivendell have a

Re: [RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

This occurred back in late 2007/early 2008 so i don't have the best of recollection but I think they were Timberland. On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 10:14 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: > What kind of boots.? I have Rockports. > On Mar 26, 2014 11:05 PM, "Jim Bronson" wrote: > >> I rode a 200K in hiking boo

Re: [RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

Peter, Zappos or someone should have them. https://www.google.com/search?q=merrell+proterra+mid+size+12&oq=merrell+proterra+mid+size+12&aqs=chrome..69i57.2j0j7&sourceid=chrome&espv=210&es_sm=93&ie=UTF-8#q=merrell+proterra+mid+size+12&tbm=shop On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 10:28:54 PM UTC-5, Pe

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

On my VO Passhunter: -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

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[RBW] Re: Can i ride in hiking boots?

I've been riding in hiking boots (plus spats when wet) all winter for ride up to 30 miles with big BMX pedals. No pain here. Kevin Chicago, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] Re: Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

+1 on not crimping. And I'm no frame expert either. I'd be wary of devaluing the frame set. ~Hugh On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 9:04:56 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: > > I'd rather give up the tire, than irrevocably de-value the frame, and >> maybe mess up the intended ride characteristics of the fra

[RBW] Re: Can i ride in hiking boots?

Peter, Very good question. Some of the PDXers wear Red wing Chukka's which look fantastic. https://www.google.com/search?q=Redwing+Chukka%27s&oq=Redwing+Chukka%27s&aqs=chrome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&espv=210&es_sm=122&ie=UTF-8 They might chime in. The only issue I see with those are the lack of

[RBW] Re: Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

> > I'd rather give up the tire, than irrevocably de-value the frame, and > maybe mess up the intended ride characteristics of the frame by crimping. > Maybe even be ruining the alignment of the frame unless you get exactly > identical crimps going on both stays? > I am no frame expert, though

Re: [RBW] Re: Bosco Bullmoose Bars

Hi Patrick, I don't ride for so long (yet) or lean forward as much (hardly at all, probably), so it's hard for me to give you realistic feedback. I liked the ends of the Bosco bars for very upright riding and the top curves for faster riding, and went with reverse levers to keep the whole top of t

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Gorgeous bike. It came out beautifully. I had my doubts when I looked at > the unpainted frame. But I should know not to doubt Grant, Mark and Joe. > Great job guys! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

Re: [RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

Ron the merrills look great but they font have my size (12). Damn! On Mar 26, 2014 11:19 PM, "Ron Mc" wrote: > back to my favorite Merrells - proterra sports. They make a mid-hiking > boot version > http://www.sierratradingpost.com/merrell-proterra-mid-sport-gore-tex-boots-waterproof-for-men~p~6

[RBW] Re: Can i ride in hiking boots?

I've toured quite a bit in hiking boots, taking only them plus a pair of flip-flops. It's nice not having to mess with shoes between biking and hiking. The only downside is taking a long time to dry if they get wet. dougP On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 7:58:45 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: > > And n

[RBW] Re: Can i ride in hiking boots?

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Re: [RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

back to my favorite Merrells - proterra sports. They make a mid-hiking boot version http://www.sierratradingpost.com/merrell-proterra-mid-sport-gore-tex-boots-waterproof-for-men~p~6962u/?utm_source=GooglePLAs&utm_medium=PaidShopping&utm_term=Merrell_Proterra_Mid_Sport_Gore-Tex_Boots_-_Waterproof

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Congradulatons Liesl, This bicycle just plain avers competence as a bicycle. It is unique, handsome, and artful. And every detail reveals thought and intent on the part of you, the owner, and its builders. It is at once beautiful and at the same time as purposeful as a honey badger. I look

Re: [RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

What kind of boots.? I have Rockports. On Mar 26, 2014 11:05 PM, "Jim Bronson" wrote: > I rode a 200K in hiking boots one time because I left my SPD shoes at home > 200 miles away from the ride by accident. Worked fine, my feet felt good > at the end. > > > On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 9:58 PM, Peter

Re: [RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

I rode a 200K in hiking boots one time because I left my SPD shoes at home 200 miles away from the ride by accident. Worked fine, my feet felt good at the end. On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 9:58 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: > And not be in terrible pain. The new trail here has lots of fun hiking > spots

[RBW] Can i ride in hiking boots?

And not be in terrible pain. The new trail here has lots of fun hiking spots but I haven't ridden in boots before. I have the thin gripster pedals on my bombadil which I would use for these rides. Thanks for any advice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] WTB: Shimano 8-speed Indexed Bar Ends

I just bought a great Acorn Tall Rando bag to fit on my Waterford but unfortunately found that the bag interferes with the shifting cables coming out of the sides of my Shimano 600 8-speed STI shifters. The cables go through a terribly sharp curve to get around the bag and make loading and unlo

[RBW] Re: WTT: my Nitto Noodle 46cm for your 44cm Noodle...Trade made

My too wide Noodles have found a new home where they can be appreciated. Thanks! On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 6:09:15 PM UTC-6, Mojo wrote: > What you get is an extra 2cm of Noodle goodness along with heat treating. > Unfortunately what you also get is some light zigzag removal scratches on >

Re: [RBW] Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

That is strange, The RnRs fit easy on my Hilsen on Synergy rims, Maybe go with the crimp! Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 26, 2014, at 6:23 PM, jinxed wrote: > > Wellsometimes the best laid plans are just to no avail. > > Out of completely serendipitous luck the timing of my "AR trade fo

[RBW] Re: WWB: Albastashe cockpit and/or Standard Bullmoose bars

I got a deal on road brake levers I couldn't pass up, so more details on what I'm looking for: -- Albastache bars -- Tallux 200-220mm stem -- Bar end caps for silver shifters (or bar end shifters if the price is right) -- Bullmoose bars Thanks! -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Not all Hilsens are created equal...BG RnR clearance fail

Wellsometimes the best laid plans are just to no avail. Out of completely serendipitous luck the timing of my "AR trade for Hilsen" offer hooked me up with the original AR owner into a 3 way transaction with a 57 hilsen sale that popped up the same day. Trade went off smooth and with a coup

[RBW] Re: WTB: Viva Olive Green Cloth Tape

Thanks for the heads up on Greengrips... their dark green might be just the ticket on my Saluki. Oddly enough I'm in the market for an 'olive green' as well. Anyone have any thoughts on the 'heavy duty' vs 'eco friendly' options w/ the greengrips tapes? Tony -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Hey Bunch, Just finished reading and looking at Liesl's new beauty and frankly it was difficult to tear my eyes from it! As always I enjoy Grants write up's and my favorite image of the set is Liesl and her new Chica Warrior Stallion together. Ride that beauty in good health. And it would be co

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Hi, Squiddy! :-D Seriously, this is a beautiful bike. You must be on cloud nine right now. I hope you have many meaningful years together. On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 3:36:53 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: > > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it already, here they are: > > > http://rivbike.tumblr.co

[RBW] Re: This just in!

> > So its a double joke? > Free shipping expired March 1, 2014? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.

[RBW] Re: WWB: Albastashe cockpit and/or Standard Bullmoose bars

Comparing the 200 and 150mm bullmoose bars, can anyone chime in with their experience? 62 Hunqapillar, I'm 6'-2", pbh 90cm and have fairly long arms. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

Re: [RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Hey All, Great bike. Great effort. How about we call that a prototype. My favorite all-in-one-bike is my 85 stumpy sport. This is my second. The first I bought new and it lasted about 23 years. Long chain stays, relaxed angles, and carefully crafted cockpits make for great workhorse bikes. If

[RBW] WTT: my Nitto Noodle 46cm for your 44cm Noodle

What you get is an extra 2cm of Noodle goodness along with heat treating. Unfortunately what you also get is some light zigzag removal scratches on the right side of the sleeve because I can be a mechanical idiot. See picture 3 below. No crashes, no non-factory bends, perfectly functional. Can

Re: [RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

That is one beautiful bike. Frame is perfect and the build looks fantastic. Nice to see the White Industries rear hub. Dan On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 4:40 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Amazing! Everything so.. just, and just so. > > Philip > www.biketinker.com > > >

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Amazing! Everything so.. just, and just so. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 3:36:53 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: > > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it already, here they are: > > > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/80720787036/heres-the-story-of-our-latest-custom-bike-for > >

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

She a stunner! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, s

[RBW] Passing thru Duluth via the Cities next week

I'm going to be passing the Cities next week en route to Duluth and would love to meet and ride with some of y'all. I won't have a bike so if you could spare a spare, it does not need to be a RBW, I'd be grateful. Also, I'm trying to sort out lodging so if you have a back yard and cool neighb

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Wow. Very beautiful build! Congratulations. David Charlotte, NC On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 6:36:53 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: > > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it already, here they are: > > > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/80720787036/heres-the-story-of-our-latest-custom-bike-for > > The bik

Re: [RBW] Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

I forgot to add that the bike has one of the prettiest forks I've seen -- perfect bend and taper. How long are the chainstays? What does this do to the handling? you mention the stability, and I seem to recall Mark taking an earlier long-stayed prototype on the Mt. Diablo dirt climb and finding th

[RBW] Re: WWB: Albastashe cockpit and/or Standard Bullmoose bars

Reach for the albastashe stem is unknown. Something that approximates the reach of my current 120mm Tallux and Albatross. I'm not sure what that would be. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 4:01:41 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Doing the math, I can't swing a new cockpit,

[RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

I couldn't get my brain around you loving 5 speed internal gear hubs but hating a 1x setup because they lack a front derailleur... unless it's all about chainline. For me, after riding a fixed or dingle setup, having NINE GEARS to choose from is a crazy luxury. Philip www.biketinker.com On T

Re: [RBW] Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Just a beautiful bike for all the riding you do and a great write-up by Grant. I look forward to seeing it. Your patience has paid off. -jb On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 5:36 PM, Liesl wrote: > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it already, here they are: > > > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/8072

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

I'll be in the Cities en route to Duluth next week and would love to see it in person if you would oblige. Fair winds, Captain Conway -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

Re: [RBW] Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Liesl: it's not at all my kind of bike, but even I have to say that it is indeed a beauty, all together and in each of its parts. Excellent build, too. Rear rack or saddlebag in addition to the mini front? On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 4:36 PM, Liesl wrote: > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it a

[RBW] Re: Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

wow On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 5:36:53 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote: > > Hi friends, > > If you haven't seen it already, here they are: > > > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/80720787036/heres-the-story-of-our-latest-custom-bike-for > > The bike is a treasure. So sure and confident and comfy and beautif

[RBW] Beauty Shots of the Custom are up!

Hi friends, If you haven't seen it already, here they are: http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/80720787036/heres-the-story-of-our-latest-custom-bike-for The bike is a treasure. So sure and confident and comfy and beautiful. It will go anywhere and everywhere. For a very long time. I went out on

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains; morphed into cogset widths; now morphing into drivetrain wear.

my 2 cents is that chainline is everything in chain wear. Wide 11-rear and a compact crank gives you a lot of versatility and no waste, but I can see how chainline is generally better on wide 7-rear and a triple crank. On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 4:26:50 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

I figured to whet an appetite...but of course read on. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 3:24 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 03/26/2014 06:06 PM, Hugh Smitha

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

On 03/26/2014 06:06 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: Deacon, /There are strange things done in the midnight sun/ /By the men who moil for gold;/ /The Arctic trails have their secret tales/ /That would make your blood run cold;/ /The Northern Lights have seen queer sights,/ /But the queerest they ever did

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

the topic seems as divisive as tires and helmets On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 3:54:32 PM UTC-5, Conway Bennett wrote: > > Wow thanks for all the feedback. Maybe I don't want to try a kickstand. > > - fair winds > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Most welcome. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 3:14 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Thanks, Hugh. > > > On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 4:06:06 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wr

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Thanks, Hugh. On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 4:06:06 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: > > Deacon, > > *There are strange things done in the midnight sun* > *By the men who moil for gold;* > *The Arctic trails have their secret tales* > *That would make your blood run cold;* > *The Northern Lig

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

I've tried posting some photos as requested. Send me your Email address and I'll send you some. Clay On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 1:54:32 PM UTC-7, Conway Bennett wrote: > > Wow thanks for all the feedback. Maybe I don't want to try a kickstand. > > - fair winds > -- You received this mess

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Deacon, *There are strange things done in the midnight sun* *By the men who moil for gold;* *The Arctic trails have their secret tales* *That would make your blood run cold;* *The Northern Lights have seen queer sights,* *But the queerest they ever did see* *Was that night on the

[RBW] WWB: Albastashe cockpit and/or Standard Bullmoose bars

Doing the math, I can't swing a new cockpit, but was wondering if anyone has an albastashe cockpit (bars, stem, brake levers, possibly bar end shifters) you aren't using? Depending on total combined cost, I also want to try the standard bullmoose bars (and have all the right bits for them, so

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains; morphed into cogset widths; now morphing into drivetrain wear.

I read all sorts of contradictory information about the wear of narrower chains and cogs. Some swear up and down that 10 speed systems wear just fine. The last thing I heard from someone at a bike shop was that his 9 speed Shimano drivetrain wore faster, but his new 10 lasts at least as long as 8.

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

Given the same chain, the wider cassettes would cause a tiny bit more "cross-flex". Probably not worth worrying about. However, the 9, 10, and 11 speed chains are increasingly thinner. Internet response seems to feel that the thinner chains wear out dramatically sooner than a 6-7-8 speed chain.

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

https://www.flickr.com/photos/102621504@N05/13433900034/ and the photos. See, still learning. On Thursday, February 6, 2014 5:42:55 PM UTC-6, Conway Bennett wrote: > > Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a > sporadic poster. In any case I'm a sucker for riv sa

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

Of course, of course. I note that there is a 1.1 mm difference between S 8 and 9. Is this spec or is it manufacturing tolerance? So, between 5 and Shimano 10, 132 mm, or just shy of 7 mm of additional chain flex. Certainly not inconsiderable, but still, with modern chains and long stays, I don't

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

If you follow the list you know I just learned to add photos. I solicited your feedback a while back and here is what I came up with. 55 CHROMO Alba's with recycled bar wrap alternating in black and red but all filthy for consistency. Avid brake levers, shimano bar ends, VO +17 90 mm stem, V

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

C'mon, Patrick, you know where to find this info. http://sheldonbrown.com/cribsheet-spacing.html AASHHTA! (although it doesn't have 11 speed Shimano on there yet) On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 4:02 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > In my experience fiddling with these things, this is what I've found. Al

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

Note that a full cm in additional width between 5 and 10 would mean a total deflection to each side of only 5 mm. On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 3:02 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > As much as a cm between 5 and 10? > > -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

In my experience fiddling with these things, this is what I've found. All Shimano, since I've never used any other system (well, Am Classic 10 sp cassette, but it was designed for use on a Shimano hub). 7 speed is narrower than 8; the freehub body is a wee bit shorter. 8 and 9 are the same width;

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

Wow thanks for all the feedback. Maybe I don't want to try a kickstand. - fair winds -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+uns

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Yukon ho! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 1:39:41 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: > > And you'd be buying a bit more time...recent report claims that Wyoming is > the next best place to retire. May I suggest the Yukon. > > ~Hugh > > “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

And you'd be buying a bit more time...recent report claims that Wyoming is the next best place to retire. May I suggest the Yukon. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Mar 26, 2014

Re: [RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Doug, Thank you sir. When your chasing that ride, I'll go to great lengths. As far as conspiracies, well perhaps I could take some blame or at least admit I would have needed to take a Thursday off to get a site. But that wasn't feasible as Evan wouldn't have been free and there's no reason to bel

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

Regarding widening of the cogset, not all the 10/11 speed setups are wider. Feel free to correct me here but this is my understanding: Shimano's 11 is wider than their 7(+spacer)-8-9-10. The 11 speed setup uses a different hub. The 10 speed is no different than the 8 speed in total cassette wid

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

I agree with Doug. The middle rings of triples have for a long time been generally OK'd for all the rear cogs, and while adding #s10 and 11 have widened the cogset a bit, with the long stays that most listers have and with modern very flexible chains I agree it is largely a non-issue. And this com

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

"I run my Handsome Speedy as a 1x (8or9 depending on the wheelset) and never care too much about cross chaining or anything else on it. It might wear my chain a tad faster, but it is only going to be used for a season anyway. $15 toss a new one on and forget it for another year." The concern

[RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Hugh: You & Evan earned the "Press on Regardless" merit badges for overcoming what sounds like a conspiracy to mess up your weekend. Job well done! dougP On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 1:57:30 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > Yep, it was and it's been. Read about the adventures of the Coconut and

[RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

I am already eyeing Wyoming and it's my own fault! With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 11:06:09 AM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: > > Deacon, > > Thanks man, yeah we are peopled down here which makes for some challenges. > Look out though all those sweet pictures in your neck of the woods

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

The best two-legger I have used is the Ursus that Joe Ahearne sells. Very wide legs when deployed. Super stable. It does hang down pretty low so not recommended for off-road riding. But it was great when I had the child seat on the Bomba. The Hebie is too "wiggly" and the Pletscher legs are too clo

Re: [RBW] Re: Bosco Bullmoose Bars

I'm quite the fan out Moustache bars. They're great off-road as they let you put your hands & weight forward while giving you that good braking position. Mimics the position regular straight or riser MTB bars offer. While I enjoyed Albas off-road as well, my hands got a lot more tired having to ho

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

+1 for inexpensive rear-dropout-mount kickstands and the Greenfield in particular. I've tried the Pletscher and VO 2-leg models and any number of single leg, bb-area mount stands, and all fall over with uneven rear loading while the dropout mounted ones seem to hold the bike up even with 25 lb on o

[RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

> Holy cow, who knew there were so many dual-leggers sitting around not on >> bikes! i wish i knew last time i needed one. I have a pletscher on my SH, >> and i'm happy with it. However i'd be scared to use it on a >> non-kickstand-plate bike, even with the kickstand sandwich. > > Clayton,

[RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Deacon, Thanks man, yeah we are peopled down here which makes for some challenges. Look out though all those sweet pictures in your neck of the woods may cause an uptick of peopling in your parts. Grin. ~Hugh On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 5:54:26 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Great pics,

[RBW] Re: WTB twin leg kickstand

I have tried the twin legger kickstands and found them to be wanting. Disadvantages: They have to be on level or near level ground, on a solid surface and they weighThey are frikin' heavy. If there is a dip between the wheels, you have to move your bike. Mid mount kickstands also are wantin

[RBW] Re: Bosco Bullmoose Bars

Hi Patrick, Here's Olivier's overlay of the h-bars (also seen in the most recent Riv catalog): http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8915626620/ Standard bullmoose doesn't get you into a forward position with control. You can grab the forward-most point and tuck, but that's more for aerotucking..

[RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

Just for grins, here's the 1x1 set up: It's an old late 70's Fuji Finest that I restored, replaced the fork, repainted, and had a machinist friend take the teeth off the outer chainring so it could serve as a bash guard. Then, I flipped the axle caps on the rear Phil hub to move everything o

[RBW] Re: Bosco Bullmoose Bars

What I am learning is that while I like an occasional upright/back hand grip, I prefer being forward, and wide for climbing and descending (and having access to the brakes from the "hoods." I'm thinking the forward position on the Albatross is too narrow. So, my current list of questions is:

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Stretch and the most all aroundish of all arounders?

Nice concept, Richard. My Riv Road Standard is probably somewhere between a San Marcos and a Roadeo. I've +1 stretched it into a country bike, which the 650b conversion made possible. I'm now +2 stretching it into a road touring bike with panniers. I feel I must see if the Riv can handle a tour

[RBW] Re: WTB: Viva Olive Green Cloth Tape

> > David, I'm surprised how hard it is to find Viva now, i agree that it's the softest of the bunch, in fact i bought an extra pack and it'll sit in my parts box for 2-3 years because i was worried i wouldn't be able to find them again! Looks like i was right! > -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Loup Loup Pass 650Bx38

FYI, I just built up a set of wheels with new Synergy rims, and had no problems seating the bead of my Grand Bois Lierre tires. I put a little soap on the beads to help, of course. The Lierre tires seated up way more easily than they ever did on the ZAC19 rims. Velocity claims to have fixed the

Re: [RBW] WTB twin leg kickstand

> > I have a cut one as well. If the other's are already cut too short...drop > me a line and I'll measure mine for you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it

Re: [RBW] Re: Single-Chainring Drivetrains

I think that for people who tend to ride bikes to the extent that they are on this list would be fairly well versed in bike maintenance. Thus doing things like preventative maintenance shouldn't be that big of a deal. I tend to install a new chain about once a year, I actually just ordered 2 fo

[RBW] Re: Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Great pics, Hugh! And what a wild, rambling' bunch! Thanks for the write up. I love hearing about folks' adventures in the peopled lands. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 2:57:30 AM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: > > Yep, it was and it's been. Read about the adventures of the Coconut a

Re: [RBW] WTB twin leg kickstand

btw, first time you look at on your bike, you're going to say "What have I done?" But if you ever haul loads and lived with a loaded bike and single kickstand, you will wonder how you did without it. On Wednesday, March 26, 2014 5:40:10 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > Measure from the center of y

Re: [RBW] WTB twin leg kickstand

Measure from the center of your crank bolt to the ground, in mm. Report that number here. Pletscher stands have that measurement embossed as a cut guide. If your number is missing from the stand, it won't work for you. If your number is still on the stand, it will work. This. On Tuesday,

[RBW] Bloggdy, blog, blog, blog. 180° Southland Overnight

Yep, it was and it's been. Read about the adventures of the Coconut and his sidekick pedalpusher as they travel the Southwest Desert landscape in search of open skies and an unfettered place to lay their weary heads. Oh and a visitor from the soggy north joins them in his search for vitamin "D"